Carlton Cannes

For more than a hundred years, Carlton Cannes has crowned Cannes’ Boulevard de la Croisette with its unmistakable silhouette and twin domes facing the Mediterranean Sea. Today this legendary landmark remains a symbol of the French Riviera‘s glamorous Belle Époque. Having undergone a careful restoration, its walls continue to tell the tales of illustrious guests, from royalty and celebrities to heads of state. 

Enter through the lobby doors and stand in awe beneath ornate chandeliers and neo-classical columns that rise to meet high ceilings. Other details include flecks of gold leaf, Carrara marble floors and grand stairways accented by lava stone. 

Private residences, rooms and suites capture this same sense of timeless elegance. Stay in a sea-facing suite and wake up to breathtaking views of the azure Mediterranean. Arched windows and wrought-iron balconies frame the sea’s mirrored waters and the Estérel mountains in the distance. Inside, a soothing palette of cream and white is the perfect complement to the day’s light. Take in the scenery from your suite’s daybed, watching yachts drift across the Bay of Cannes. 

The Riviera restaurant offers you a sweeping sight of the Mediterranean as you savour seasonal dishes fusing the flavours of France and Italy. To dine with your toes in the sand, head to the Carlton Beach Club for long lunches or atmospheric apéritifs while gazing out to the emerald islands of Lérins. Carlton Cannes also features a tea lounge where an expert sommelier pairs decadent sweets with a curated selection of teas.

As you step into the inner courtyard, breathe in a delicate blend of lavender, jasmine and orange. A sense of calm washes over you as your eyes take in the scene: olive and palm trees framing one of the city’s largest infinity pools. Dotting its surrounding tiers, loungers and cabanas invite you to bask beneath the sun. Beyond the hotel, embark on a scenic exploration of the French Riviera in a vintage car. Stop in the village of Biot to meet master glassmakers who will reveal techniques passed down through generations.